WIC Degreed Nutritionist

Sdsu Research Foundation; Escondido (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

SDSU Research Foundation is seeking a Degreed Nutritionist for the Escondido WIC Office. The role centers on nutrition counseling, eligibility determinations, and provision of WIC benefits to participants in San Diego County.

Must have a nutrition-related degree and RD eligibility. Travel across San Diego County is expected; bilingual skills may be required depending on location. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Determines WIC eligibility and provides direct client services.

Responsibilities

• Determine WIC eligibility and provide direct client services.

Skills

Nutrition counseling

Public health

Client education

Bilingual English/Spanish

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nutrition

DPD/Didactic Program in Dietetics verification

RD eligibility verification

Tools

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Internet applications

Job description

Overview

• The hourly rate for this position is $24.00 and is non-negotiable.
• This position is located in the Escondido WIC Office, 940 E Valley Parkway Suite G Escondido, CA 92025

The SDSU Research Foundation Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is the largest WIC agency in San Diego County, with approximately 75 employees providing a variety of nutrition services to over 26,000 participants monthly. The WIC program is a safety net program that aims to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care for residents of San Diego County.

Under the direction of the Registered Dietitian, the Degreed Nutritionist determines eligibility, provides nutrition education classes and counseling services for program participants.

We value your hard work, integrity and commitment to the team, and we put people first by offering you benefits that support your life and well-being.

Responsibilities

The Degreed Nutritionist is responsible for but not limited to:

Nutrition Counseling and Education 95%

Determines WIC program eligibility and provides direct client services to those in need of higher level of nutritional intervention. Creates and develops care plans for participants and provides counseling on nutritional needs for all levels of pregnant and post-partum women, infants and children; prescribes and issues appropriate WIC food benefits to participants; provides counseling and support to breast-feeding mothers. Provides nutrition education to WIC participants including those at high nutritional risk in a group or individual setting; provides orientation information regarding benefit usage to new participants.

Other Duties and Responsibilities as Assigned 5%

Participates in staff meetings and program planning as needed. Assists management with quality assurance and quality improvement measures to ensure compliance with program requirements and best customer service practices.

Complete other duties at the discretion of management.

Qualifications

Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of the WIC Program and community nutrition with emphasis on maternal, infant and child needs.
• Knowledge of breast feeding benefits, physiology and procedures.
• Knowledge of health promotion and disease prevention.
• Knowledge and competency using word processing applications, spreadsheets and internet applications.
• Knowledge of adult centered learning theories as applied to nutrition and health instructional materials.
• Ability to interact and communicate clearly and effectively in a professional manner, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of participant, employee and agency records.
• Ability to work well in a fast paced environment and to work with a multi-cultural staff and participant population.
• Ability to travel throughout San Diego County and work at various WIC Offices
• Understand and follow posted work rules and procedures.
• Ability to relate well to others within the WIC project environment and interact effectively with coworkers.
• Highly motivated self-starter, with a high energy level and strong interpersonal skills.
• Well organized, ability to meet deadlines, detail oriented; possess good judgment and common sense.
• Sensitivity to ethnically and culturally diverse individuals.

Experience/Education

Have one of the following credentials or verification statements:

a. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, public health, or related field.

b. Verification Statement: Completion of academic requirements (Didactic Program in Dietetics or DPD) approved by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

c. Verification Statement: Verification of eligibility to take the RD exam.

d. Certified Nutrition Specialist with the American College of Nutrition.

All credentials must include completion of the following coursework:

• Basic Human Nutrition or Life Cycle Nutrition
• Maternal, Child, & Infant Nutrition or Pediatric Nutrition
• Diet Therapy, Clinical Nutrition, or Disease and Medical Nutrition Therapy
• Community Nutrition
• Food Selection/Preparation
• Psychology or Comparable Course

Previous experience working with ethnically and culturally diverse individuals, communities, and organizations.

Preferred Qualifications and Special Skills

• Bilingual in English and Spanish –or- Bilingual in English and Arabic depending on location
• Certification as a WNA (WIC Nutrition Assistant)

Additional Applicant Information

• Candidate must reside in California and live within a commutable distance from SDSU at time of hire.
• Job offer is contingent upon satisfactory clearance based on background check results (including a criminal record check).
• San Diego State University Research Foundation is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, SDSU Research Foundation provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin or any other categories protected by federal or state law.
• Employment decisions are based on an individual’s qualifications as they relate to the job under consideration. Our commitment to equal opportunity means ensuring that every employee has equal access to resources and support.
• SDSU Research Foundation complies with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), and other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws including grant or contract terms and conditions related to funded program activities. Further the SDSU Research Foundation maintains a Nondiscrimination Policy that prohibits discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all programs, policies, and practices.
• SDSU Research Foundation makes all employment decisions including, but not limited to, applicant screening, hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, benefits, disciplinary actions, and terminations on the basis of merit.